Dictionary Entry

disorient

verb

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Meaning

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make (someone) lose their sense of direction

Example Sentence

The maze’s identical walls disorient visitors so quickly that even the guide needed a map.

Usage Note

Use when someone feels lost or confused about place, time, or purpose—great for describing mazes, new cities, or shocking news.